Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Italian Peach Cookies, a sweet treat that combines the buttery goodness of soft dough with luscious peach preserves. These vibrant, peach-shaped cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether as a charming dessert at a gathering or a sweet snack enjoyed with your favorite beverage. Their eye-catching colors and unique shape make them not only a joy to eat but also a delight to present. With simple steps and easily accessible ingredients, this recipe is suitable for bakers of all skill levels. Bring the warmth of Italian baking into your home with these irresistible cookies that promise to impress both family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup peach preserves
- Granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for coating
Instructions
- Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture until combined.
- Chill the dough covered in plastic wrap for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Take about 1 tablespoon of dough, flatten it, place a teaspoon of peach preserves in the center, fold over, and roll into a ball.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until bottoms are lightly golden.
- Cool slightly before rolling in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg